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Is Sutton, NE 68979 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Sutton is a balanced market. With about 4.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply4.3Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list33.3%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list99.3%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market9Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$169▲ +122.3% vs. last year

The Sutton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Sutton, NE 68979 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 9 days and there were 4.3 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 67%, homes sold faster (32 days then) and the median sale price fell 14% to $169,926. Overall, Sutton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Trumbull 68980 (0% sold over asking) or Edgar 68935 (0% sold over asking).

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Nearby markets

Clay Center 68933Seller’s market $80 /sq ftEdgar 68935Buyer’s market $25 /sq ftGlenvil 68941 — /sq ftHarvard 68944 — /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Sutton real estate

Is Sutton a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A balanced market: there were 4.3 months of supply in Sutton, NE 68979 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Sutton?

The typical home went under contract in 9 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Sutton sell over asking?

33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.3% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Sutton?

About 1.20% of a home’s value a year in Clay County, or roughly $4,800 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Sutton?

The median sale price was $169,926 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $169 per square foot.

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